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ZBRMHD

Our Recommendation
8.7

Left Side of the Plane

The left side offers an unparalleled view of the UNESCO-listed Dasht-e Lut desert, including the world-famous Kaluts and dramatic geological formations of the central Iranian plateau.

Left Side Highlights
8.7
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Makran Coastline

Stunning aerial views of the Gulf of Oman and the rugged, arid cliffs that define the southern tip of Iran.

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Dasht-e Lut Desert

A vast, scorched landscape featuring the hottest recorded surface temperatures on Earth and mesmerizing salt plains.

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The Kaluts

Massive, wind-sculpted yardangs that look like an ancient alien city rising from the desert floor.

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Basaltic Plateaus

Deep dark volcanic rock patches contrasting sharply with the orange sands of the eastern desert.

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Binalud Mountain Range

The snow-capped peaks providing a majestic backdrop during the descent into the Khorasan region.

Sit on the left for morning flights (ZBR-MHD) to have the sun behind you, illuminating the Lut Desert's textures. Keep your camera ready about 30-45 minutes after takeoff for the most dramatic yardang formations. During winter, the contrast between the hot desert and the snowy Binalud mountains near Mashhad is spectacular.

Right Side Highlights
6.8
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Chah Bahar Port

Aerial view of the strategic Shahid Beheshti Port and the expanding maritime infrastructure on the Indian Ocean.

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Sistan Basin

The flat, arid plains of the Sistan region, showing the delicate balance of life in one of Iran's driest areas.

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Hamun Wetlands

Seasonal views of the shallow lakes on the Afghanistan border, which appear as shimmering mirages in the dust.

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Birjand Oases

Small clusters of greenery and traditional qanat-irrigated settlements scattered across the South Khorasan province.

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Mashhad Skyline

A sweeping view of the holy city's dense urban layout and the golden dome of the Imam Reza Shrine on final approach.

The right side is ideal for afternoon flights to avoid the harsh western sun glare. Focus on the border regions where the landscape transitions from sand to rocky outcrops. On approach to Mashhad, the right side often gets a better view of the massive urban expansion and the bright gold of the Holy Shrine if the flight path circles from the east.

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Route Information

Distance: 1,202 km (747 miles)

Approximate Flight Time: 1 hr 36 min

Departure: ZBR (25.443300247199996, 60.382099151599995)

Arrival: MHD (36.235198974609375, 59.64099884033203)

Route Type: Domestic

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